Drug Class
oxazolidinone antibiotic
Type
brand
Active Ingredient
linezolid
📋Overview
Zyvox is an antibiotic medication known by the generic name linezolid. It is used to combat certain serious bacterial infections, particularly those caused by Gram-positive bacteria. Zyvox is often associated with conditions such as pneumonia, skin infections, and infections resistant to other antibiotics. Its use is especially notable in cases involving bacteria like methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE).
📚References
Information from MedlinePlus.gov (NIH).
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